Shanice White
Aurora,CO
Summary
Pre-K teacher who is caring and dedicated to successfully preparing children for a full educational experience. Offers nine years of Early Childhood Education experience while holding current position for two and a half years. Handles day-to-day activities while looking for opportunities to make a difference. Engaging nature and enthusiasm for classroom education. Experienced and trained in varying teaching methods with goal to fulfill each student's individual learning needs. Dedicated to supporting emotional, social and academic development of young children.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Pre-K Teacher
High Point Academy
08.2021 - Current
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating various learning styles and strategies in lesson planning.
- Developed positive classroom environment by implementing effective classroom management techniques, fostering respect and collaboration among students.
- Implemented creative teaching methods to make lessons more engaging, leading to higher levels of student interest and participation.
- Promoted early literacy skills by introducing age-appropriate reading materials and incorporating phonics instruction into daily lessons.
- Regularly communicated with parents about child's progress, addressing concerns promptly and working together towards shared goals for academic success.
- Developed strong relationships with each child under my care, recognizing their unique strengths and areas for growth while supporting their overall well-being at school.
- Increased student engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects into curriculum.
- Assisted lead teacher in providing individualized attention to students, resulting in improved academic performance.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Worked with teachers to design lesson plans and coordinate activities for classes.
- Supervised recess, lunch and daily student intake and dismissal.
- Provided one-on-one and group-based learning support focused on student progress.
- Completed daily reports, meal count sheets, and attendance logs.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Promoted physical, academic, and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Assisted and supervised up to seventeen children through entire school day.
- Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.
- Evaluated student progress through ongoing assessments, providing timely feedback and adjusting instruction as needed to ensure mastery of skills.
- Assisted and supervised up to 17 children through entire school day.
Pre-K Assistant Teacher
High Point Academy
08.2021 - Current
- Assisting lead teacher with daily activities, curriculum, and care for 16 children.
- Increased student engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and real-world examples into lesson plans.
- Improved student reading comprehension levels through targeted literacy instruction and individualized support.
- Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
- Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
- Prepared for lessons by gathering educational materials and setting up equipment.
- Assisted teacher by developing lesson plans to meet educational goals for each child.
- Communicated with parents to inform about child's progress and classroom behavior.
- Organized snack time and nap hours.
- Encouraged children to interact with each other and participate in group activities.
- Engaged and entertained children through recreational and educational activities.
Lead Teacher
Knowledge Beginnings, KinderCare Education
02.2016 - 07.2021
- Creating daily activities, curriculum, and care for children 2-3 years of age.
- Provided potty training practices.
- Practiced safe cleaning and sanitizing for toys and other classroom equipment.
- Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles, resulting in increased student engagement and success.
- Organized rooms in line with current educational thinking to maximize educational opportunities for students.
- Implemented creative ways to foster curiosity for complex principles through hands-on learning and planned activities.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
Assistant Teacher
Kindercare Learning Centers
04.2015 - 05.2016
- Assisting lead teacher with daily activities, curriculum, and care for children.
- Creating daily activities, curriculum, and care for children 2-3 years of age.
- Provided potty training practices.
- Practiced safe cleaning and sanitizing for toys and other classroom equipment.
- Enhanced students'' critical thinking skills through problem-solving exercises and open-ended questions.
- Increased student engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects into curriculum.
- Assisted lead teacher in providing individualized attention to students, resulting in improved academic performance.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Worked with teachers to design lesson plans and coordinate activities for classes.
- Supervised recess, lunch and daily student intake and dismissal.
- Provided one-on-one and group-based learning support focused on student progress.
- Completed daily reports, meal count sheets, and attendance logs.
Tobacco Cashier
Sam's Club
11.2011 - 05.2015
- Greet customers in friendly manner, pull tobacco orders accurately in fast-paced environment, operate cash register and telethon, keep inventory of product, stock and rotate product.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing efficient and friendly service at tobacco cashier counter.
- Streamlined sales transactions for quicker checkout times, enhancing overall store performance.
- Stayed updated on current tobacco regulations and laws, maintaining compliance within store environment.
- Assisted customers in locating and selecting tobacco products, ensuring positive shopping experience.
- Maintained accurate cash handling practices, reducing discrepancy incidents significantly.
- Managed inventory levels of tobacco products, ensuring proper stock availability for customer demands.
- Handled customer complaints professionally and calmly, resolving issues swiftly to maintain customer loyalty.
- Developed strong rapport with regular customers by remembering preferences and engaging in friendly conversations.
- Conducted age verification checks diligently for all tobacco product purchases in adherence to legal requirements.
- Operated POS systems efficiently while accurately processing transactions, contributing to seamless checkouts.
- Supported team members during busy periods by stepping in as needed, fostering collaborative work environment.
- Ensured timely replenishment of tobacco displays, maintaining attractive presentation that encouraged sales growth.
- Fulfilled up to 35 business orders daily
Education
CDA Early Childhood Education in Early Childhood Development -
Waldorf University
Denver, CO10.2019
High School Diploma -
Englewood High School
Englewood, CO05.2011
Skills
- Retail (3 years)
- First Aid
- CPR Certified
- Problem-solving
- Flexibility
- Classroom Management
- Reliability
- Early Childhood Development
Certification
- CPR, 07/01/15, 07/01/17
- CDA, 12/01/19, 12/01/22
- Early Childhood Education
Timeline
Lead Pre-K Teacher
High Point Academy
08.2021 - Current
Pre-K Assistant Teacher
High Point Academy
08.2021 - Current
Lead Teacher
Knowledge Beginnings, KinderCare Education
02.2016 - 07.2021
Assistant Teacher
Kindercare Learning Centers
04.2015 - 05.2016
Tobacco Cashier
Sam's Club
11.2011 - 05.2015
CDA Early Childhood Education in Early Childhood Development -
Waldorf University
High School Diploma -
Englewood High School
- CPR, 07/01/15, 07/01/17
- CDA, 12/01/19, 12/01/22
- Early Childhood Education
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